ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 Gaming Laptop Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 64GB RAM

Product Overview

If you are buying a gaming laptop in this price range, you probably want something that will last for years without thinking about upgrades. This ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (MPN: G635LX-RW165W) already includes an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, 64GB DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD, so there's plenty of room for large games, creative projects and everyday work.

The 16-inch ROG Nebula display runs at 240Hz with a 2560 × 1600 resolution, giving you a sharp picture for both games and regular desktop work. ASUS also includes Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt connectivity and its latest cooling system, so you can connect modern accessories and keep the laptop running comfortably during longer sessions.

Many people buying this model use it for more than gaming. It's also a common choice for video editing, programming, engineering software, 3D rendering and anyone who wants one laptop that can handle Heavy work during the day and games later on without feeling limited.

Processor & Performance

CPU: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX (24 cores, 24 threads, up to 5.4 GHz, 36MB cache)

AI Acceleration: Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS)

Cooling: Vapor chamber, Tri-Fan Technology, Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal

Graphics

GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU

VRAM: 16GB GDDR7

Boost Clock: Up to 1680 MHz (Dynamic Boost)

TGP: 150W (up to 175W with Dynamic Boost)

Features: DLSS 4, Frame Generation, Ray Tracing, NVIDIA Reflex, AV1 codec, Advanced Optimus, G-Sync

Display

Size: 16-inch ROG Nebula HDR Mini-LED

Resolution: 2560 × 1600 (WQXGA), 16:10 aspect ratio

Refresh Rate: 240Hz, 3ms response time

Color Accuracy: 100% DCI-P3, Pantone Validated

Features: Anti-glare, HDR, MUX Switch

Memory & Storage

RAM: 64GB DDR5-5600 (dual-channel, 2 slots)

Storage: 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (expandable, supports PCIe Gen 5)

Connectivity & Ports

Audio Jack: 3.5mm combo

HDMI: 2.1 FRL

USB: 3 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 × Thunderbolt 5 (120Gbps, DisplayPort, Power Delivery, G-Sync)

LAN: 2.5G Ethernet port

Wireless: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Bluetooth 5.4

Input & Camera

Keyboard: Per-key RGB backlit chiclet keyboard, Aura Sync, AniMe Vision

Touchpad: Large touchpad with NumberPad support, Copilot key

Camera: 1080p FHD IR webcam with Windows Hello

Audio

Speakers: 4-speaker system with Smart Amp Technology

Features: Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res certification, AI noise-canceling mic

Battery & Power

Battery: 90Wh, 4-cell Li-ion

Adapter: 380W AC adapter (20V DC, 19A), plus optional 100W USB-C adapter

Build & Dimensions

Weight: ~2.8 kg (6.17 lbs)

Dimensions: 35.4 × 26.8 × 2.28–3.08 cm (13.94 × 10.55 × 0.90–1.21 in)

Software & Extras

OS: DOS

Bundled: Xbox Game Pass (3 months), Microsoft Office trial

Lighting: Aura Sync logo + light bar